Jimmy Kimmel Live! remains sidelined on Nexstar Media Group ‘s ABC stations, but the company says it has been having “productive discussions” with Disney execs toward a resolution.

“Nexstar is continuing to evaluate the status of Jimmy Kimmel Live ! on our ABC-affiliated local television stations, and the show will be preempted while we do so,” Nexstar said in a statement. “We are engaged in productive discussions with executives at The Walt Disney Company, with a focus on ensuring the program reflects and respects the diverse interests of the communities we serve.”

Another major station group, Sinclair, also decided to pre-empt the show and remains in talks with ABC and Disney.

Kimmel returned Tuesday night after his show was suspended by Disney. The media giant said a jo

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